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- Page 1 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual...
- Page 2 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual GENERAL INFORMATION VTX B18 - Rigging Manual Document Number: 1000337286 Version: B - EN Distribution Date: 01/05/2019 Copyright © 2019 by HARMAN International; all rights reserved JBL PROFESSIONAL 8500 Balboa Blvd Northridge, CA 91329...
- Page 3 Thank you for purchasing JBL VTX Series products Of all the achievements JBL has made over the years, the VTX Series stands as a milestone in the practical application of creative engineering. The next generation in line arrays, VTX heralds a new era in performance, system integration and user friendliness.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 - SAFETY . - Page 5 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.3 - Attaching the Suspension Bar ............... . . 39 9.4 - Suspension Bar Use-cases .
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Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity
STANDARD DESCRIPTION TEST AGENCY Applies to machinery and lays down essential health and 2006/42/EC safety requirements. Tested at JBL Professional MACHINE DIRECTIVE ISO12100 Applies to loudspeaker and lays down essential health 2014/35/EC and safety requirements. Tested at JBL Professional... -
Page 7: Safety
11. Contact JBL Professional for advanced servicing issues 12. CAUTION - DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO 13. -
Page 8: Important Safety Warning
None of the information in this section should be used without first obtaining competent advice with respect to applicability to a given circumstance. None of the information presented herein is intended as a representation or warranty on the part of JBL. Anyone making use of this information assumes all liability arising from such use. -
Page 9: Symbols
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual JBL is not responsible for the application of its products for any purpose or the misuse of this information for any purpose. Furthermore, JBL is not responsible for the abuse of its products caused by avoiding compliance with inspection and maintenance procedures or any other abuse. -
Page 10: Mechanical Limits
4:1 regardless of the array parameters and conditions. Designs much greater than the safe limit, and up to the maximum limit can be achieved, but the JBL Line Array Calculator software should be used to check mechanical safety for the given configuration. -
Page 11: System Components
VTX B18 VT CVR | Soft Cover VTX RC500 | Rotating Clamp CAUTION: Always use components and accessories specified and approved by JBL Professional. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart to avoid injury from tip-over. -
Page 12: Software
Enhanced acoustical modeling includes color SPL mapping, 0 dB isobar and SPL attenuation modes with the frequency response and SPL based on JBL’s DSP presets. Up to 8 virtual microphones can be placed in the venue for accurate, position-dependent response prediction. -
Page 13: Array Link
JBL Array Link is a mobile companion app that works in conjunction with JBL’s latest LAC software to assist technicians deploying JBL VTX Series systems. Array Link uses a QR code system to transfer all array mechanical information from the main LAC application to a mobile phone—this transfer is done directly and in real time. -
Page 14: B18 Rigging System Overview
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 6 - B18 RIGGING SYSTEM OVERVIEW VTX B18 cabinets include a six point, spring-loaded, rigging mechanism that is easy to use and can be used for suspending up to 16 B18 cabinets depending on the configuration. The B18 rigging system can be used to create standalone B18 arrays or mixed arrays using VTX A8 full-range cabinets suspended under the B18s. -
Page 15: Deploying The Rigging Bars
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 6.2 - DEPLOYING THE RIGGING BARS The B18 rigging bars (x6) include a spring-loaded mechanism for easy deployment. The bars automatically extend upwards once the Quick Release Pin (QRP) is removed. Once a bar has been deployed, the same QRP is used to secure the bar in place. STEPS: •... - Page 16 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual When suspending multiple B18 cabinets together, all 6 rigging points (3 per side) should be used for all B18 cabinets (with the exception of the top most cabinet which is used to connect to the array frame). Two Quick Release Pins should be used per attachment point as illustrated below.
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Page 17: Transportation Options
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7 - TRANSPORT A TION OPTIONS There are two transportation options for the B18. One is the vertical transportation cart (VTX B18 VT) which allows for vertically trans- porting up to four B18 subwoofers. When stacked in blocks of 2, 3 or 4, B18 cabinets can be configured in either front-firing or cardioid mode. -
Page 18: Rotating The Dolly Tabs - For Use With The Acc Dolly
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.1 - ROT A TING THE DOLL Y T ABS - FOR USE WITH THE ACC DOLL Y There are two dolly tabs available at the front of the B18 that are used to secure the front face ACC dolly board to the B18. The tabs are retractable and ship from the factory oriented towards the inside of the B18. - Page 19 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual STEPS: • Remove the 4 x M6 HEX screws holding the grill onto the B18 • Carefully disconnect the Molex connector which is used to connect the 2 front NL4 connectors to the B18 • Remove the 4 x Phillips screws holding each bracket, reverse the orientation of the brackets and reinstall the Phillips screws •...
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Page 20: Vtx B18 Acc Dolly Overview
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.2 - VTX B18 ACC DOLL Y OVERVIEW The VTX B18 ACC dolly board features two beveled recessed rotating cams (one on each side), which are used for attaching the dolly board to a B18 cabinet. The dolly board auto-locates with the B18 mounting tabs and the rotating cams are used to secure the dolly onto the B18. -
Page 21: Attaching The Vtx B18 Acc Dolly
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.3 - A TT ACHING THE VTX B18 ACC DOLL Y STEPS: • Flip one of the two CAM mechanism to the locked position • Slide the ACC dolly-board on to the B18 from one of the two sides •... -
Page 22: Stacking The Acc Dolly Boards
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.4 - ST ACKING THE ACC DOLL Y BOARDS The VTX B18 ACC dollies can be stacked together for stor- age. There are two different wheel stacking-cup sizes at the top of the dolly board which is important to keep in mind when stacking the ACCs together. - Page 23 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual...
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Page 24: Truck Packing With Acc
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.5 - TRUCK PACKING WITH ACC 2434.4mm (96.00”) 2286mm (90.00”) - Page 25 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 2434.4mm (96.00”) 2286mm (90.00”)
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Page 26: Installing Vtx B18 Cabinets On A Vt
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.6 - INST ALLING VTX B18 CABINETS ON A VT To install B18 cabinets on to the VTX B18 VT transportation cart, follow the instructions below. Up to 4x B18s can be transported using the VT cart. STEPS: •... - Page 27 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual To stack multiple B18s on transportation carts, first, start by deploying the rigging bars of the lower subwoofer. STEPS: • Deploy the 6 rigging bars of the lower B18 by temporarily removing the Quick Release Pins (QRP) •...
- Page 28 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual STEPS: • Deploy the 6 rigging bars of the lower B18 by temporarily removing the Quick Release Pins • Once the rigging bars have been deployed, reinstall the QRP back to the same positions • Remove the lower 6 Quick Release Pins from the next B18 •...
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Page 29: Stacking The Vtx B18 Vt
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.7 - ST ACKING THE VTX B18 VT The VTX B18 VT carts can be stacked together for storage. STEPS: • Rotate the VT wheels so that the wheels are pointed to the inside of the VT. •... -
Page 30: Truck Packing With Vt
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 7.8 - TRUCK PACKING WITH VT 813mm (32”) 2434.4mm (96.00”) 2286mm (90.00”) -
Page 31: Suspending B18 Using The A8 Array Frame
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 8 - SUSPENDING B18 USING THE A8 ARRA Y FRAME The VTX A8 AF is a lightweight Array Frame used for suspending VTX A8 and B18 cabinets. The frame was designed to operate in either single-point, front-to-back or side-by-side suspension modes using the VTX A8 AF EB Extension Bar. - Page 32 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual STEPS: • Attach the VTX A8 Array Frame to the 4 front B18 rigging points • Attach the Extension Bar...
- Page 33 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual TIP: B18 subwoofers can be suspended using a single or dual suspension points using the VTX A8 Array Frame. When suspended using a single-point, the Array Frame position 8-B is in line with the B18 Center of Gravity and can be used to suspend a strait (no tilt) array.
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Page 34: Suspending B18 Arrays
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 8.2 - SUSPENDING B18 ARRA YS STEPS: • When ready, remove the 4 lower B18 QRPs to release the B18 from the transportation cart • Make sure all 12 (6 per side) QRPs connecting the B18s together are in place •... -
Page 35: Connecting Additional B18 Stacks
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 8.3 - CONNECTING ADDITIONAL B18 ST ACKS STEPS: • Extend all 6 rigging bars of the B18 stack on the ground and pin them in place • Lower the flown stack all the way down until resting on the ground stacked B18s •... - Page 36 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual STEPS: • Extend all 6 rigging bar of the B18 stack on the ground and pin them in place • Lower the flown stack all the way down until resting on the ground stacked B18s •...
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Page 37: The Vtx A8 Suspension Bar
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9 - THE VTX A8 SUSPENSION BAR The VTX A8 SB is a lightweight suspension bar that can be used to suspend B18 arrays when the additional functionality of the Array Frame is not needed. A single or dual suspension bars can be used depending on the array configuration and requirements. For sus- pension bar mechanical limits refer to chapter 3. -
Page 38: Suspension Bar Attachment Tabs
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.2 - SUSPENSION BAR A TT ACHMENT T ABS The Suspension Bar is intended to be connected to the bottom or the top of a suspended array of VTX A8s or B18s. When connected at the bottom (last cabinet of an array), the array attachment tabs must be released from their storage positions in order to attach to a VTX A8 or B18 cabinet. -
Page 39: Attaching The Suspension Bar
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.3 - A TT ACHING THE SUSPENSION BAR STEPS: • Extend the B18 rigging bars to be connected with the Suspension Bar • Connect the Suspension Bar... -
Page 40: Suspension Bar Use-Cases
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.4 - SUSPENSION BAR USE-CASES The VTX A8 Suspension Bar can be deployed in a number of configurations when used with B18 subwoofers. Below are some safe guidelines on use cases. SINGLE SUSPENSION BAR SINGLE SUSPENSION BAR SINGLE-POINT DUAL-POINT | SIDE-BY-SIDE DUAL SUSPENSION BAR... -
Page 41: Using The Vtx A8 Sb For Pull-Back
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.5 - USING THE VTX A8 SB FOR PULL-BACK The Suspension Bar can be used for pull-back at the bottom of a B18 array to support array configurations that require a significant amount of down-tilt. In this case, the VTX A8 AF or an additional Suspension Bar can be used at the top of the array as the primary attachment point. -
Page 42: Bull-Back Use-Cases
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 9.6 - BULL-BACK USE-CASES Follow the examples below to safely implement pull-back for B18 arrays using the array frame and suspension bar. VTX A8 AF + VTX A8 SB 2X VTX A8 SB 2X VTX A8 SB DUAL-POINT DUAL-POINT QUAD-POINT... -
Page 43: Suspending B18 Using The A8 Mini Frame
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 10 - SUSPENDING B18 USING THE A8 MINI FRAME The VTX A8 MF mini frame is a lightweight, compact and inexpensive array frame used for suspending smaller VTX A8 and VTX B18 arrays. The 3-piece design is comprised of two sidearms and one spreader bar. The sidearms connect to the cabinets, and the spreader bar can be pinned to one of the 22 pick-point positions providing excellent tilt resolution. -
Page 44: Attaching The Mini Frame
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 10.2 - A TT ACHING THE MINI FRAME The Mini Frame is always attached to the front four rigging bars of the top B18 subwoofer. STEPS: • First, extend the 4 front B18 rigging bars by removing the 4 Quick Release Pins •... - Page 45 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual STEPS: • First, attach the two sidearms to the B18 the pins attached to the sidearms are used) • Pin the spreader bar to the desired pick-point position using the two pins attached to the spreader bar...
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Page 46: Mini Frame Suspension Options
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 10.3 - MINI FRAME SUSPENSION OPTIONS The VTX A8 Mini Frame can be used in single-point configurations using the center shackle position of the spreader bar. Alternatively, the two side shackle positions can be used to facilitate dual-point configurations. When a single-point is used, the side shackle positions can be used for safety attachment and vice-versa. -
Page 47: Selecting Spreader-Bar Positions
The further back the spreader-bar is attached the more down angle is generated and vice-versa. The exact position of the spreader bar for a given angle is determined by using the JBL Line Array Calculator 3 software. -
Page 48: Mini Frame And Rc500
VTX B18 | Rigging Manual 10.5 - MINI FRAME AND RC500 The Mini Frame can be used in combination with the VTX RC500 rotating clamp. The VTX RC500 is a universal truss/pipe adapter designed for vertically suspending speaker arrays from standard truss structures or pipes. The RC500 supports arrays of up to 500 kg (1100 lbs) and is compatible with array frames that support 1/2”... -
Page 49: Specifications
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. -
Page 50: Vtx A8 Af Eb
3: Weight includes EB only. Shackles and other rigging parts not included JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For... -
Page 51: Vtx A8 Mf
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. -
Page 52: Vtx A8 Sb
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. -
Page 53: Vtx B18 Vt
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. -
Page 54: Vtx B18 Acc
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. -
Page 55: Contact Information
Jupiter 2A Block, 4 Floor Marathahalli Ring Road Bangalore 560103, India +918049365905 www.harman.com Professional Contacts, Outside the USA: Contact the JBL Professional Distributor in your area. A complete list of JBL Professional international distributors is provided at our U.S.A. website: www.jblpro.com... - Page 56 VTX B18 | Rigging Manual...